Lace Collar

c. 1937

Grace Halpin

Associated Names
Grace Halpin

Artist, American, 1909 - 1978

This is a drawing of an elaborate, decorative necklace. It features multiple vertical elements resembling elongated leaves or feathers, each adorned with symmetrical patterns of small circles and lines. The necklace is arched in shape, resembling a collar that would sit around the neck. Toward the right side of the image is a small rectangular inset providing a close-up detail of the necklace's pattern. The drawing is rendered in a monochromatic palette, with emphasis on detailed line work to convey the texture and decorative aspects of the jewelry.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and watercolor on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.9 x 35.6 cm (11 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 3" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.510


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: G. Halpin.

Wikidata ID

Q64572697

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